Colors of Amersfoort - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

The predominant color of the city is blue, which symbolizes water, and green - the color of forests and parks that the city abounds in. From an economic point of view, Amersfoort is one of the most vital cities in the Netherlands with huge manpower and high average income. It is on the third place in terms of net income per capita among 25 cities with a population of more than 100 thousand people. The city will amaze any tourist, even the most refined gourmet with its variety of gastronomic institutions. More than 250 pubs and restaurants offering excellent beer, as well as French, Japanese, Mexican and Flemish cuisine for every taste, from the most affordable to the most luxurious.
It’s not difficult to choose a stylish and comfortable hotel in Amersfoort. One of the coolest design hotels of the city is Logement de Gaaper. It’s set in a gorgeous historic …
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Berghotel Amersfoort - Utrecht deserves priority among upscale hotels of Amersfoort. Its opening was held more than a hundred years ago. The building housing the hotel is one of the …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Amersfoort and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Amersfoort
♥ Basiliek van de H. Johannes de Doper, Laren, 15.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 19 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 19 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 41.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van St. Jan de Evangelist, ’s-Hertogenbosch, 51.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 66.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de H. Johannes de Doper, Laren, 15.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Kathedrale Sint Maarten, Utrecht, 19 km from the center. On the map


♥ Sint Catharinakathedraal, Utrecht, 19 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basiliek van de H. Nicolaas, Ijsselstein, 41.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Kathedrale Basiliek van St. Jan de Evangelist, ’s-Hertogenbosch, 51.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basiliek van de Sint-Jan-de-Doper, Oosterhout, 66.6 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Amersfoort
♥ Castle 'Drakensteyn Castle' , 11.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Huis Doorn' , 13.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Vredenburg Castle' , 19.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Duurstede Castle' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Zuylen' , 21.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Nijenrode Castle' , 25.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 27.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Drakensteyn Castle' , 11.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Huis Doorn' , 13.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Vredenburg Castle' , 19.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Duurstede Castle' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Slot Zuylen' , 21.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Nijenrode Castle' , 25.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'De Haar Castle' , 27.3 km from the center. On the map


Unique landmarks in Amersfoort and around
Castle Muiderslot
From the series “Impressive Castles and Palaces Located on Water”
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Distance from Amersfoort center - 29.5 km.
Already a century later, there was no trace of the fine, exquisite atmosphere prevailing in the castle. The gardens were destroyed and the castle was converted into prison. In the 20th century the historical building was restored. Today the castle is a branch of the Amsterdam State Museum. Recently, the unusual medieval-style attractions were arranged in the palaces. All visitors can try on the ancient armor or costume of the court jester, learn to deal with the old weapons. In the small courtyard you can enjoy the aristocratic entertainment - participate in the falcon hunting. …
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Pythonbrug
From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
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Distance from Amersfoort center - 38.6 km.
The bridge connecting Borneo Island with the Sporenburg Peninsula was opened in 2001. The bridge is located in the center of Amsterdam, next to the striking historical monuments. The workers of the architectural office West 8 decided a few years ago to refresh the center of the city and built this strange high-tech bridge, which reminds of the huge winding python. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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26.09.2023
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.

26.09.2023
Colors of Amersfoort in photos
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